Cereus forbesii spiralis
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This low maintenance cacti are attractively rare with multiple columnar stems that grow in an upright spiral form. Growing up to 16.5 feet tall and 5 inch in diameter. This is a summer blooming genus grows white with some pale to dark pink flowers that are followed by ornamental red fruits.
Zones: 9a -11b
Hardiness: 20°F
Watering : Regular to light
Some of the information in this description has been found at desert-tropicals.com, llifle.com and cactus-art.biz
Blooming Season | late spring to early summer |
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Common Name | Twisted Cactus or Spiral Cactus |
Dormancy | fall and winter |
Family | Cactaceae |
Flower | pinkish-white to red |
Frost Tolerance | -2°C |
Growth Rate | fast |
Hardiness Zone | - |
Height | 2-4 metres |
Origin | Brazil |
Pot Size | 3.5" |
Scientific Name | Cereus forbesii spiralis |
Shape | columnar |
Sun Exposure | Full sun |